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Crumbs of Comfort lives up to its name, presenting itself as something meant to steady the senses. The tin opens to reveal a warm, light brown snuff that's been lightly whitened, with a dose of spearmint reminiscent of sweetened mint gum. In the nose, a soft spearmint arrives first. It's gently sweetened, not overpowering like a Sweet Mint; moreover tethered by a subtle menthol that cools without becoming overbearing. This isn't a blast of ice like a medicated snuff. Instead, it's a quiet breeze of cool air. Beneath the mint, a lightly sweetened tobacco provides a mellow background. Nothing about this blend is rich enough to call it a dessert snuff, but there's a comfortable blend of menthol, mint, and tobacco.
The grind is medium-fine in texture, keeping with most English-style snuffs, and the moisture content is comparable to that of most English-style snuffs, drier in nature, with no clumping in the tin. It's intermediate to use, as the fine grind and somewhat dry nature can hit the back of the nose if sniffed too hard. This snuff contains a moderate amount of vitamin N, and it's easy to use all day without the jitters.
I found Crumbs of Comfort especially pleasant while tilling the garden under the Texas sun. The soft tickle of spearmint with each breath offered a brief retreat from the heat, something cool, steady, and borderline calming. The menthol lingers just long enough to remind you it's there, while the tobacco rounds out the experience. For those seeking an everyday pick-me-up with a gentle boost, Crumbs of Comfort deserves a spot in your rotation.